DIY Slime Recipes Kids Will Love Making a Mess With

3. Moldable slime

Similar to Nickelodeon‘s Floam, this shapeable DIY is the perfect way for kids to get their slime on.

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Supplies:

• Disposable cups
• Measuring spoons and cups
• White glue
• Water
• Food coloring (optional)
• Borax powder
• Zip-close gallon bags
• 1 cup polystyrene beads

Directions: 

1. In a disposable cup, combine 1/4 cup white glue and 1/4 cup water.
2. Add a few drops of food coloring into the glue mixture and stir. Set aside.
3. In a separate cup, mix 2 teaspoons of Borax powder with 1/2 cup of water. Set aside.
4. In the plastic bag, pour the glue solution and polystyrene beads, add 3 tablespoons of the Borax solution, zip closed and squish to combine thoroughly.
5. Your formable slime is ready to play. You can let your creations air-dry for a keepsake or return them to an airtight bag and store it in the refrigerator for next time.

4. Cornstarch-based slime

One of the easiest ways to make your own slime at home, this DIY slime recipe uses materials you probably have in your cupboard.

Supplies:

• Bowl
• Measuring cups
• Water
• Cornstarch
• Food coloring

Directions: 

1. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of water with 1 cup of cornstarch and mix with your fingers until you reach a slimy, smooth consistency.
2. Add in a few drops of food coloring, and your DIY slime is ready for fun.